Chester County marriage license — office, fees & hours
How to get a marriage license in Chester County, Pennsylvania: the issuing office, its address, phone and hours, the current fees, and how applying in person works.
Where to apply in Chester County
| Office | Chester County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 West Market St, Suite 2200 West Chester 19380 |
| Phone | (610) 344-6335 |
| Office hours | Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:00pm |
| Website | https://www.chesco.org/168/Register-of-Wills-Orphans-Court |
| Appointment | Appointment required for marriage license applications. |
Good to know
Chester County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court handles marriage licenses for Chester County at 201 West Market St, Suite 2200, West Chester, PA 19380. The same elected office serves as both Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court. Marriage license hours are Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:00pm, and an appointment is required.
How the process works
Both people appear together in person with valid government photo ID. Pennsylvania issues marriage licenses through the Register of Wills or Clerk of Orphans' Court in each county; a license cannot be issued until the third day after application and is valid for no more than 60 days. Confirm anything time-sensitive with Chester County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court before you travel, because office hours and fees can change.
Questions people ask
Where do I get a marriage license in Chester County?
In person at the Chester County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court, 201 West Market St, Suite 2200 (West Chester, PA 19380).
What are the Chester County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court hours?
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:00pm
Do we need an appointment in Chester County?
Appointment required for marriage license applications.
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Directory last checked 2026-10-24. Office details are gathered from official county sources — always confirm current hours and fees before visiting.